Diatomaceous Earth
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Diatomaceous Earth is a mineral material consisting chiefly of the siliceous frustules and fragments of various species of diatoms
Purpose
Light-colored porous rock composed of the skeletons of minute sea creatures called diatoms.
Rating
BAD
Category
Exfoliant, Irritant
INCI Purpose
ABRASIVE, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING
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At a Glance
Article
Light-colored porous rock composed of the skeletons of minute sea creatures called diatoms. Typically used as an abrasive material in scrub products.
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